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Drive Time
2h 7m
Distance
99.1 mi
159 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weirton, WV
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Barrackville, WV
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If you are planning to travel from Weirton to Barrackville, expect a straightforward journey spanning 99.1 miles. This drive typically takes about 2 hours and 7 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-79, Washington Pike, and WV-2 to complete the transit between these two West Virginia locations. Budgeting roughly $16 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the trip. Since both the origin and destination are located in the southeastern region of the state, the drive remains familiar and consistent throughout. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
49.5 miles from Weirton, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
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This trip features a distinct highway-focused profile, with 67% of your travel time spent on major thoroughfares. You should prepare for a primary stretch of 58.3 miles on I-79, which accounts for the most significant portion of your time behind the wheel. The experience transitions from local roads like Washington Pike and WV-2 into the faster, more predictable pace of the interstate. While the drive is functional and direct, the shift in road types requires you to stay alert as you navigate the varying speed limits. Overall, you can expect a balanced mix of local maneuvering and sustained highway cruising.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,407 ft
Total Descent
1,217 ft
Highest Point
1,297 ft
~24.8 mi in
Elevation Range
624 ft
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Weirton, WV to Barrackville, WV is easy. At 2h 7m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Weirton, WV to Barrackville, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WV 2 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 10th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Washington Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jefferson Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 70 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 79 south | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| WV 273 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Weirton, WV and Barrackville, WV.
Start on Main Street
Keep slight right to continue on WV 2 South: Follansbee, Wheeling
Turn left onto 10th Street
Continue on Washington Pike
Continue on Jefferson Avenue
Continue on Washington Pike
Continue on Jefferson Avenue
Take the ramp left toward I 70 East: New Stanton
Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Take the exit slight right toward I 79 south: Waynesburg, Morgantown
Take the exit slight right toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
Turn left onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
Continue on Jefferson Street
Turn left onto Jackson Street
Turn right onto Cleveland Avenue
Turn right onto Barrackville Road
Continue on Pike Street
Arrive at your destination
Given the 2-hour and 7-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily complete the 99.1-mile trek in one go without needing to break it up. However, it is wise to ensure your tank is ready for the road, as the $16 fuel estimate is based on consistent driving conditions. Since the majority of your time is spent on I-79, keep a close eye on traffic patterns during peak hours to avoid potential delays on that longest 58.3-mile stretch. Aiming for a mid-morning departure can often provide the smoothest experience for this specific route.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.5 miles or 1h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barrackville, WV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Weirton, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Weirton, WV
This is one driving day of about 99.1 miles and 2h 7m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.5 mi from Weirton, WV · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
50 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Meal breakThe midpoint is around 49.5 miles from Weirton, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Barrackville, WV usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Barrackville, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$15.50 one way
$30.99 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $16.94 | $33.89 |
| premium | $4.70 | $18.34 | $36.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.88 | $43.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.41 | $4.76 |
| Efficient EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.67 | $3.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.6 | 0 | $13.87 | $6.34 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Weirton on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Barrackville on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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